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University Centers and Institutes Mercyhurst University is committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and a holistic world view for our students and community members. Each of our university centers and institutes seek to uphold these values and serve as a means of academic and social growth for all Lakers. Centers and Institutes 1 / Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity Executive Director: Ryan Palm, rpalm@mercyhurst.edu Learn More About the Neurodiversity Center Center for…
Thomas J. Gamble Civic Institute The Mercyhurst University Thomas J. Gamble Civic Institute is a university-community partnership dedicated to the well-being of the Erie region and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The staff at the Civic Institute follow an action research model, providing high-quality, objective information, utilizing data-driven decision-making, and promoting evidence-based strategies. The Civic Institute collaborates with several community partners in areas including child…
William C. Sennett Institute for Mercy and Catholic Studies The Institute for Mercy & Catholic Studies 1 / Includes an innovative effort to enhance Mercyhurst University's mission and Catholic identity and collaborates with the Diocese of Erie and other local partners to provide educational opportunities that can vitalize faith and reason through public scholarship and hospitable dialogue. Includes an innovative effort to enhance Mercyhurst University's mission and Catholic identity and…
… Advancing Mercyhurst University's mission through external funding The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) supports Mercyhurst University's faculty, staff, and administrators in securing and managing external funding that advances the university's academic mission, research agenda, and community impact. OSP oversees all aspects of grants and sponsored research—from early proposal development through post-award administration—ensuring compliance, coordination, and strategic…
… Institutional Effectiveness Grounded in Mercyhurst's mission-driven commitment to continuous improvement, the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) provides leadership and guidance to support all assessment and accreditation activities across campus. OIE works closely with faculty and staff to plan and coordinate systematic assessment of learning outcomes, ongoing evaluation of student services/administrative programs, and institution-level data collection for compliance reporting…
Distance Learning State Authorization Mercyhurst University has been approved as a participating institution in SARA for state authorization of distance education. Due to new federal regulations, any institution offering distance education programs and practicum experiences in states other than their own must receive authorization or be a SARA approved institution. Pennsylvania is a SARA (State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement) member state, and Mercyhurst University is a SARA member…
George Fickenworth Assistant Director, Civic Institute Contact Information OFFICE: CMC 212 EMAIL: gfickenworth@mercyhurst.edu PHONE: 814-824-2183 George received his Master of Business Administration from Gannon University after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in speech communications from Edinboro University. He joined the Civic Institute after serving much of his previous employment in the fields of development and marketing for local nonprofits, specializing in fundraising activities,…
Mercyhurst University hosts release of Erie County’s Community Action Plan for Children & Families Monday, July 15, 2024 The Community Action Plan of the Erie County Policy and Planning Council for Children and Families (PPC) will be released Tuesday, July 16, at a press conference hosted by the PPC, UnifiedErie, and the Mercyhurst University Civic Institute. The event takes place on the Mercyhurst campus at 10 a.m. in Mercy Heritage Room of Sullivan Hall. The PPC is a county-wide…
… competitive academic and athletic reputation has positioned the university to “Seize the Day” and align with a conference of institutions alike in prestige. Transitioning to Division I creates opportunities for Mercyhurst's entire student body, employees, and the Erie community to be better connected and represented regionally. What are the benefits of transitioning to Division I? There are several benefits associated with transitioning to DI, including: Greater visibility for Mercyhurst…
… FAQs Regarding March 27th Announcement General Questions Do these changes mean the university is facing financial challenges or closing? No. Mercyhurst remains strong, with stable enrollment and continued investment in academic programs and student experiences. These decisions reflect strategic alignment, not financial instability. Is this related to President Getz's retirement? These decisions are not related to the presidential leadership transition. They are the result of a…